At Umicore, innovation starts with our people. That is why we are proud to be part of Made in Belgium, a YouTube series by Technopolis that shines a spotlight on innovative Belgian companies and the technologies shaping our future.
As one of the most popular platforms among young audiences, YouTube offers a unique opportunity to reach and inspire the next generation through a channel they use every day. Together with Technopolis, we want to make STEM more accessible and demonstrate how science, technology and innovation contribute to solving real-world challenges.
With operations ranging from precious metals recycling in Hoboken to advanced materials technologies around the world, Umicore has many stories to tell. For this collaboration, we chose to spotlight our Electro-Optic Materials (EOM) business and the fascinating world of germanium.
Germanium is a critical material that enables a range of advanced technologies, from infrared optics and space applications to solutions that support a more sustainable future. Through the Made in Belgium episode, viewers discover how Umicore transforms expertise and innovation into materials that help make modern technologies possible.
The video also highlights the passion and knowledge of the people behind the technology. By sharing their expertise, our colleagues offer young viewers an authentic glimpse into a STEM career at Umicore and the impact they can have through science and engineering.
We hope this collaboration will inspire young people to explore the many opportunities within STEM and encourage future innovators to help shape a more sustainable world.
Watch our episode and discover the world of Electro-Optic Materials at Umicore. Produced in Dutch to connect with a young audience across Flanders, the video supports Technopolis' mission to make STEM accessible and relevant for the next generation.
